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WV HB4299
WV HB4299Permit teachers in K-12 schools be authorized to carry concealed firearms as a designated school protection officer
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Introduced
01/10/2024
01/10/2024
In Committee
02/22/2024
02/22/2024
Crossed Over
02/21/2024
02/21/2024
Passed
Dead
03/30/2024
03/30/2024
Introduced Session
2024 Regular Session
Bill Summary
A BILL to amend and reenact §61-7-11a of the Code of West Virginia, 1931, as amended, relating to possessing deadly weapons on premises of educational facilities; and authorizing teachers in elementary or secondary schools to carry concealed firearms and be designated as a school protection officer.
AI Summary
This bill authorizes teachers, administrators, and support personnel in elementary or secondary schools to be designated as "School Protection Officers" (SPOs) and carry concealed firearms or other defensive devices on school property. The bill outlines the requirements for designation as a SPO, including possessing a valid concealed carry permit and completing a specialized training program developed by the West Virginia Department of Homeland Security. The bill also provides funding for the training program and sets guidelines for the management and oversight of the SPO program.
Committee Categories
Education, Justice
Sponsors (11)
Doug Smith (R)*,
Wayne Clark (R),
Joe Ellington (R),
Dave Foggin (R),
Mike Hornby (R),
Chuck Horst (R),
Laura Kimble (R),
Margitta Mazzocchi (R),
David Elliott Pritt (R),
Bill Ridenour (R),
Darren Thorne (R),
Last Action
To Judiciary (on 02/22/2024)
Bill Topics
Education
- ‐ Elementary and Secondary Education
Law, Crime, and Family Issues
- ‐ Firearms and Gun Control
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